Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChurchyard cross, St Mary's churchyard

Churchyard cross, St Mary's churchyard

England
List entry 1012661
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Churchyard cross, St Mary's churchyard is a medieval monument located in Staffordshire, England, and is recorded on the National Heritage List for England under entry 1012661. The structure dates from the medieval period and stands within the churchyard of St Mary's Church, serving as a focal point for the burial ground as was customary for parish churches of this era. Churchyard crosses of this type typically functioned as gathering places and landmarks within the sacred space of the church precinct. The monument reflects the religious and spatial organisation of the medieval parish landscape.

Churchyard cross, St Mary's churchyard is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012661. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Churchyard cross, St Mary's churchyard?

Churchyard cross, St Mary's churchyard is a medieval monument located in Staffordshire, England, and is recorded on the National Heritage List for England under entry 1012661. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012661.

Who is responsible for protecting Churchyard cross, St Mary's churchyard?

Churchyard cross, St Mary's churchyard is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1012661.

What other scheduled monuments are near Churchyard cross, St Mary's churchyard?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site at Ranton Hall Farm (2.2 km), Ranton Priory: a moated Augustinian priory (2.2 km), Hextall moated site and fishponds (2.4 km).

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